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Synonyms

nothing to write home about

Idioms  

  1. Ordinary or unremarkable, as in The restaurant was all right but nothing to write home about. This idiom originated in the late 1800s, possibly among troops stationed far from home, and became widespread during World War I.

Example Sentences

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Beyond Herd’s notes on AI, the rest of Bubble’s earnings release was nothing to write home about.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

The food was nothing to write home about, but our mediocre meal was supplemented by respectable cocktails and an even better view of the sunset.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 28, 2023

Rooms with views remain few and far between on the dining landscape, and they generally come with a caveat: food that’s nothing to write home about.

From Washington Post • Jan. 20, 2023

His slimy character is nothing to write home about, but it's not like Rhaenyra to lie, especially not so boldly and dastardly, knowing her deceits will purposefully cause harm to another.

From Salon • Sep. 18, 2022

While the decor was nothing to write home about, it was cool to be on the road for a game.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

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